Culture Tottori's Jinpukaku Kim Bergström Tottori's Jinpukaku is a European-style two storied building, which was constructed over eight months starting in September o...
Culture Historic Exploration and Architecture Along a Forgotten Path Veronica Carnevale Follow us on an adventure through some of the country’s most cherished historic architecture, and be sure to keep this articl...
Akita Top Things to Do Tom Roseveare Akita prefecture is located in Northwest Tohoku, stretching along the coast facing the Sea of Japan.
Transportation Ride Through Spring with the JR EAST PASS Serena Ogawa The Tohoku region makes for a great opportunity for some incredible photographs. With the JR EAST PASS, it’s easier than ever...
Culture Yokote Chrysanthemum Festival 2026 Kim Bergström For more than half a century, Yokote in Akita Prefecture has been home to one of the region's most striking seasonal traditio...
Culture Sakura Jidai Festival 2027 Kim Bergström If you're looking for a fun event packed with historical charm, check out the Sakura Jidai Festival. The event has been runni...
Activities Wakayama Top 10 Attractions Geoff Day Wakayama Prefecture, located on Kii Peninsula in the Kansai area of the main Honshu island, Japan, is home to Wakayama Castle...
Activities Top 10 Experiences in Nagasaki Lisa Wallin Nagasaki Prefecture lies on the western island of Kyushu and boasts a variety of fun experiences for the whole family, rangin...
Activities The Azaleas of Mount Katsuragi Guillaume Doré Take a hike to see the Azalea blooms at Mount Katsuragi in the month of May.
Activities 3 Spring Flower Destinations in Fukui Kim Bergström This guide covers three great destinations to enjoy spring blooms in Fukui, with sakura and azaleas being the standouts.
